Belize visa for Canadian citizens

Belizean citizens looking to explore Canada’s expansive beauty should note that a visa is a mandatory requirement for entry. With five distinct visa types available—including options for tourism, transit, family visits, and business—applicants can find the category best suited for their trip, with a typical tourist visa often allowing stays of up to six months. Planning your journey, be aware that direct commercial flights from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport to Canada are rare, necessitating connections through major hubs like Houston or Miami, a significant journey contrasting sharply with Belize's tropical warmth. The application process itself involves a nominal fee, often starting around CAD 100, which is just one step in preparing for this diverse North American experience.

Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$75 / day
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristBelize Entry Visa (Single Entry, 90 Days)
30d$50valid 3mo
Apply
TouristBelize Entry Visa (Multiple Entry)
30d$100multiple-entry
Apply
TouristBelize Visitor’s Permit Extension
30d$100valid 1mo
Apply
BusinessBelize Entry Visa (Business Visitor)
30d$50valid 3mo
Apply
WorkBelize Work Permit (Temporary Employment)
StudentBelize Student Permit
TransitBelize Transit Visa
Apply
OtherBelize Long-Stay Permit (beyond 180 days)
RetirementQualified Retired Persons (QRP) Program – Entry Residence Status
multiple-entry
OtherBelize Permanent Residence (after 1 year legal stay)
multiple-entry
FamilyFamily/Dependent Entry with Principal (Visitor or Resident)
30d$50valid 3mo
Apply
MedicalBelize Medical Visitor (Treatment/Consultation)
30d$50valid 3mo
Apply
HumanitarianBelize Humanitarian/Emergency Entry (Case-by-Case)
Digital NomadDigital Nomad / Remote Worker
InvestorInvestor / Golden Visa
Working HolidayWorking Holiday Scheme
OtherCountry-Specific Talent or Special Programs (e.g. Global Talent, Gold Card)

All travelers must complete arrival form and customs declaration.

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